Beverly, Massachusetts
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| Name | Beverly, Massachusetts |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | The Garden City |
| Motto | "To the stars through difficulties" |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Massachusetts |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Essex County |
| Established title | Settled |
| Established date | 1626 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated (town) |
| Established date2 | 1668 |
| Established title3 | Incorporated (city) |
| Established date3 | 1894 |
| Government type | Mayor-council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Michael P. Cahill |
| Area total km2 | 58.5 |
| Area land km2 | 39.1 |
| Area water km2 | 19.4 |
| Elevation m | 11 |
| Population total | 42080 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | auto |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 01915 |
| Area code | 351 / 978 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 25-05595 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0614197 |
| Website | www.beverlyma.gov |
Beverly, Massachusetts. Located on the North Shore of Massachusetts Bay, it is a historic coastal city in Essex County. First settled in 1626 by colonists from the nearby Salem colony, it was incorporated as a town in 1668 and later as a city in 1894. Known as "The Garden City," it is home to Endicott College, North Shore Community College, and several notable historic sites.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Naumkeag people, a branch of the Pennacook or Massachusett tribes. European settlement began in 1626 when Roger Conant led a group from Cape Ann to what was then part of Salem. Key early industries included farming, fishing, and shipbuilding, with the Beverly Cotton Manufactory, one of the first cotton mills in America, opening in 1787. During the American Revolutionary War, the privateer Hannah was commissioned in its harbor, considered by some the first vessel of the Continental Navy. The 19th century saw growth through the shoe industry and other manufacturing, with figures like John Cabot contributing to its maritime prominence. The city was the birthplace of the American physicist and inventor John H. Van Vleck, a Nobel laureate.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.6 square miles, of which 15.1 square miles is land and 7.5 square miles is water. Its coastline includes several peninsulas and harbors along the Atlantic Ocean, such as Dane Street Beach and Ober Park. Major water bodies include the Bass River and the Danvers River, which form parts of its border with Salem. The terrain features glacial drumlins like Hospital Hill and Larcom Hill, and it contains parts of the Wenham Swamp and the Greenwood Farm conservation area. It is bordered by Salem to the south, Wenham and Danvers to the west, and Manchester-by-the-Sea to the northeast.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 42,080. The racial makeup was predominantly White, with growing communities of Asian and Hispanic or Latino residents. The city is part of the Boston–Cambridge–Newton, MA–NH Metropolitan Statistical Area. Educational attainment is high, with a significant proportion of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, supported by the presence of Endicott College and North Shore Community College. Historic neighborhoods include Beverly Farms, Prides Crossing, and Montserrat.
Economy
Historically centered on maritime trade, manufacturing, and the leather industry, the economy has diversified. Major employers include Beverly Hospital, part of the Beth Israel Lahey Health system, and institutions like Endicott College. The Beverly Municipal Airport serves general aviation, and the Beverly Depot is a key stop on the Newburyport/Rockport Line of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority commuter rail. The waterfront supports commercial fishing and marine services, while the downtown area features a mix of retail, dining, and professional services. Companies such as Cell Signaling Technology and ARC Energy are based in the city.
Culture and recreation
The city hosts numerous cultural institutions, including the Beverly Historical Society & Museum at the John Cabot House. It is known for the annual Beverly Homecoming festival and the outdoor performance venue Lynch Park. The North Shore Music Theatre presents Broadway-style productions, and the Montserrat College of Art contributes to the arts scene. Recreational areas include the Beverly Commons and the Long Hill property, formerly the estate of Ellery Sedgwick, editor of The Atlantic Monthly. Films such as The Crucible and The Good Son were shot in the city.
Government
The city operates under a mayor-council system with a City Council and a School Committee. The current mayor is Michael P. Cahill. It is represented in the Massachusetts House of Representatives by Jerry Parisella and in the Massachusetts Senate by Joan Lovely. The city provides full municipal services, including a police department led by a Chief of Police and a fire department with multiple stations. It is part of Massachusetts's 6th congressional district, represented in the United States House of Representatives by Seth Moulton.
Category:Cities in Massachusetts Category:Populated coastal places in Massachusetts Category:Essex County, Massachusetts